Susan Howard

Susan Howard, PhD, MPH, is an accomplished educator and behavioral scientist with extensive experience in academia and international program management. Currently serving as an Associate Professor in Health, Medicine & Society at the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Susan utilizes a systems-thinking approach to empower students in addressing health, environmental, and social challenges. As Co-Founder and Managing Director of Howard Delafield International (HDI), Susan has successfully secured over $35 million in funding for global initiatives that embrace a systems approach to problem-solving. Previous roles include adjunct faculty at George Mason University, Asia Regional Deputy Director at The Futures Group International, and leadership positions in community relations and special projects at WMAR-TV and KITV4, respectively. Susan holds a PhD in Environmental Science and Policy from George Mason University, an MPH from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and a Bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University.